shock
Example Sentences
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The supply shock is expected to move from east to west.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026
In one of the others, at Aston Villa, he had to go off at half-time, which was a shock in itself because Fernandes hardly ever misses a game.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
Can it survive the shock of surging oil prices?
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
Economic data this week indicate the oil shock has yet to hit the economy.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
You’d fall right onto the floor from the shock of how delicious they are.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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